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Those who book a villa in Tuscany likely plan on venturing out into her famous countryside, to drive down winding, cypress-lined roads, to take in sweeping views over rolling green hills and valleys filled with a patchwork of fields and vineyards, to stumble upon sights like endless golden meadows of sunflowers, and to discover charming little villages and striking medieval towns that look like something from a storybook. As you drive around, maybe with particular destinations in mind and attractions on your itinerary or maybe simply for the joy of the activity itself, you’ll eventually work up an appetite. Of course, if you rent a vacation rental in Tuscany, you’ll discover that almost anywhere you go, great things can be found to eat and drink but if you are after a rather magical experience, then why not a dreamy picnic of delicious treats in a beyond picturesque setting, near the famous wine town of Montepulciano? 

More and more often, people choose to travel with their pets. When an animal is such a beloved member of the family, it can be impossibly difficult to leave them behind while you go off on an adventure. If you are the kind of person who wishes that your four-legged friend could join in on those adventures, then why not consider our pet-friendly villas in Italy? These vacation rentals all allow guests to bring along a pet (or maybe two) upon request in advance of your holiday in Italy. 

Venice is one of those great, romantic destinations that is familiar to almost every person in the world and that many people have on their bucket lists but it is not the only place worth seeing in the Veneto region of Italy, despite how it might sometimes overshadow other areas. For those who book a vacation rental in Veneto, there is so much more to see beyond the Floating City. There is, in fact, too many delights to list in one post but here is our guide to some of the other highlights of the region…

Planning on holidaying in Italy this summer and staying in one of our incredible villas in Italy this summer? Well, then you’re probably considering your itinerary, looking up nearby attractions, learning about the country and the area in which you will be staying in particular, and picking up the odd thing here and there ahead of your trip. You’re likely looking forward to the getaway with excitement. If this is the case and you are wondering just what you should prepare in advance and what you should bring with you, then here is our guide to the key items to pack for a summer vacation in Italy…

If you have booked a villa in Pisa in the wider province and are thinking about planning visits into the city and her most famous attractions, or you have booked a holiday rental in Tuscany and are considering a day-trip to the city, you will likely be concerned about parking. Parking is, undoubtedly, the worst part about driving – finding it, paying for it, planning around it. In a historic city like Pisa, as well, parking can be especially tricky and complicated. So, where should you park when visiting Pisa?

Like many of the most charming and historic towns and cities in Italy, Pisa has a centre that is protected in order to preserve it. As part of this protection, traffic is limited in areas and cannot be accessed without a special permit or you will incur fines – and even if you’re going back home to another country, these fines will follow you like an unwanted and unwelcome souvenir as car rental companies will forward them to you.